MICHAEL PANISH'S

Published Articles

The following are some of Mike Panish's most popular articles that have appeared in a variety of legal publications across the country:

The Ins and Outs of Automatic Door Operation
A basic primer in how they work, what to look for, and how to analyze defects vs. deferred maintenance. Expert witness for automatic doors, Michael Panish, takes you through the basics for your case. By Michael Panish

COMMERCIAL OVERHEAD DOORS - Worker Injury Claims
A worker is performing a duty near the ceiling within the path of travel of an automatic door. Without warning, the door begins to move and the top edge of the door collides with the worker or what he is standing on, causing the worker to fall to the ground. This article addresses many case scenarios and responsibility. By Michael Panish

Door Defects & Door Related Injury Claims
A Guided Tour to Manual Doors & Door Hardware. Expert door contractor, Michael Panish, takes you through the basics of door operation and how to understand the aspects that may help win your case. By Michael Panish

MANUAL DOOR CLOSERS - Do you have an open and shut case?
Manual door closers are ubiquitous. We take advantage of their service on a daily basis without usually noticing that they are in place or that they are doing their job correctly. It is when something is seriously wrong with these closers that they become blatantly noticeable and potentially dangerous. By Michael Panish

CONCEALED DOOR CLOSERS
The overhead or floor mounted concealed door closer is a very common type of door closer mechanism which is normally unseen and unnoticed. In the majority of installations, these concealed closers are used on aluminum glazed storefront doors, hollow metal stand alone, or structural framed window systems. By Michael Panish

CRUISE SHIP INJURIES
Many cruise ships have fallen short on the maintenance and inspection of many elements that are within reach of the general public and passenger guests. Mike Panish outlines examples of injuries that have occured on cruise ships where he has offered his expert opinions, working for plaintiff and defense.By Michael Panish

DOOR INJURY CASES - Pertaining to the Insurance Carrier
One of the most important elements of any new door case is to thoroughly understand all aspects of that case. Depending on the situation surrounding the claim, it is critical that your expert be a direct part of your defense from the beginning. By Michael Panish

DOOR PANIC HARDWARE - Getting to know the Basics
Injuries resulting from door panic hardware are more prevalent than you might think. Injuries can be due to lack of maintenance on these devices and/or installation of spurious parts or components. By Michael Panish

DOOR INJURIES & "The Eggshell Plaintiff"
As discovery has often shown, people in poor physical or mental condition who are left unattended or unassisted in doorways are often the genesis of their own injuries. By Michael Panish

INCREASING SCHOOL SECURITY - Concepts to Keep our Students Safe
The need for increased security in the schools of our country is real. Michael Panish, Door, Lock & Security Equipment Expert Witness & Consultant, shares his ideas to help develop safer school environments for the nation's children. By Michael Panish

M.O.A.T. A New Approach to School Safety
M.O.A.T. is an acronym created by Michael Panish in December of 2012, in order to promote a higher level of school security systems and student safety. By Michael Panish

Expert Witness - Plaintiff or Defense
It is possible that a good expert witness could be valuable to both sides of the claim. Both the plaintiff and defendant could seriously consider the services of the same expert, and achieve a resolution to their dispute. By Michael Panish

Elder Abuse - It Isn't Always About Physical Abuse
Today, even more so than in the past, older people appear easy targets to unscrupulous contractors and salesmen. They are quick to react with their wallets and easily satisfied even though the work may not be as promised. By Michael Panish

PLASTIC LAMINATED PRODUCTS - Fabrication & Installation Problems
This article outlines fabrication and installation problems that can cause personal injury and defects. Formica is probably the most recognized product name for plastic laminate material. Mike touches on some of the fabrication and installation problems that can occur, common lawsuits involving laminate products, and when it is appropriate to hire a laminate expert witness. By Michael Panish

Discussion on Wood Finishes
With the constant changes in formulations of finishes and paint products, modern methods for application and preparation have become very challenging. By Michael Panish

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